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Super December 2021

Surgery in 4 Days

Casey, on June 21, 2019 at 12:26 AM Posted in Fitness and Health 0 10

I was torn between "health and fitness" and "community conversations" so I went with the earlier.
I'd like to preface this post with a reminder to be respectful to others. I ask that if you have nothing nice to say to please move on without contributing but this is a public forum and anyone is welcome to respectfully voice their opinion and I cannot stop them.

I have surgery on Monday and I'm... All other the place emotionally lol. For starters: this is an optional plastic surgery. It's a very personal, private choice but the truth is that once it's done it isn't so private anymore- people are going to notice. I will share with all of you: it's a breast augmentation. I will be going up abut 2 cup sizes in the process. I'd like to think most people will notice /something/ is different but not be sure what it is- maybe think perhaps I've just lost weight (as this does tend to give to appearance of doing.) However, there's a good chance they'll see exactly what's different.

That part makes me feel awkward and embarrassed in regards to work (I work with kids/teenagers.) It doesn't change who I am as a person but I feel odd about it. I haven't told anyone at work (doing this on my vacation time) and I don't feel like I need to.. but they're going to notice so I feel like I should? But again- I feel like this is a private and personal choice that I shouldn't have to warn people about.. It's making me feel frustrated trying to decide what to do and feel super awkward and embarrassed for when they inevitably find out (whether from me telling them or me coming back into work.)
Same thing with my grandparents... Smiley atonished

I am struggling with my severe phobias/fears regarding surgery: waking up mid surgery (though I am mostly recovered from this), old anesthesia making my body sleep but not my mind so I'm mentally awake my whole surgery, and never waking up from surgery (my biggest fear, this is extremely, extremely rare but does happen. No one knows why, science has no explanation) I'm terrified I'll accidentally mess up my surgery (cause things to shift/settle wrong, etc.) I'm also really scared of any of the other minor possibilities that can happen. I'm really scared I'm going to hate the work and as a result hate my body and lose my mind.
I know this is long and I apologize, I am partially just venting just to get this out of my system..
Also, if this seems like a lot/weird it can be attributed to my anxiety condition. It makes me far more anxious and anxious about extremely odd/rare stuff lol..

I'm a teensy bit nervous about my wedding dress (already purchased) fitting still, too lol. However, they say they can let out a dress 2 sizes and (as mentioned above) my breasts are small for my frame so there was quite a bit of extra room in there to begin with! It's the least of my worries. I'm sure it will be fine, just a small work lol.

HOWEVER, before anyone asks what I'm doing this for if I'm so scared lol: for as terrified and worried as I am about everything listed (and more) it just goes to show how badly I want this done if I'm still wanting to go through with this after all is said and done. Even though I'm so anxious, scared, and nervous, I'm also really excited and hopeful. I'm tired of feeling so unhappy when I see my naked body because I have the breasts of a woman half my weight who's breastfed 3 kids when I have 0! I'm tired of clothing I was excited about instead making me feel terrible and upset when I put it on. I'm tired of struggling with this body image issue every. Single. Day. I've had over 10 good years of thinking about this and of being unhappy. I'm so excited to put on the clothing that I was excited about until I saw my breasts in it. I'm excited to want to dress up.

Please don't suggest I need therapy to love my body or whatever. If I said I was unhappy with my weight people would suggest I work out and diet (and maybe also get therapy but not just therapy alone.) This is not different (to me.) For those who would suggest both: I am in therapy and have been for years. I have overcome a lot of body and self confidence issues.

For those who managed to read it all: thank you. I really just needed a safe place to vent when I'm not really telling many people anything yet. I dont know if anyone will read this but I have so many, many emotions right now!

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Latest activity by Casey, on June 22, 2019 at 2:17 AM
  • Destiny
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    Destiny ·
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    I just wanted to say good for you. in regards to letting people know at work; i would only say something if they say/ask about it. no need to volunteer the info until your comfortable with the new look. i honestly want to get a breast lift to but soooo dont have the money for it.

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  • Anna
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    Just know it's normal to feel scared. I have had a total of 4 surgeries and I've been scared each time. But I dont do good with anesthesia. But with each surgery, I am getting to know how I'll reach and last week when I a procedure performed, I did so good. Plus today's medicine is so advanced, it's rare to wake up. I never have. When it's over I'm mad I have to wake up. It's a beautiful feeling being asleep lol.

    About the surgery, I honestly dont think 2 sizes will be a huge difference. I'm a size d and worth sports bras, you cant even tell. Theyll probably think you're wearing a wonder bra. Hope that doesnt come out wrong.

    Also I noticed, the older i get, the more i love my body. Now at 36, I wouldn't change anything. I spend my teens and early 20s hating the way I look. I was in so much diets. Now I just let it be. I exercise and watch what I eat. I dont overdo it. I realize life is too short to care about the way you look.
    I'm not saying you need help, just remember why you're doing this. This surgery wont make you happy. That is all a mental choice we all have to make every day. Hope this surgery goes well. I'll be praying for you.

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    Super December 2021
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    Thanks so much! I think that's a good idea.
    Your dog is SO cute just btw and I snooped your pictures and you are so lovely!!
    It is very pricey! 😓😔😖 I'm very grateful I finally have the opportunity to afford it now. I wish it wasn't, and fingers crossed you can afford it someday soon!
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    Super December 2021
    Casey ·
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    Thank you very much! I hope you're doing better after your surgeries! My fiance says the same thing about having to wake up from surgery! Lol.

    Not at all! It's actually helpful, I'm more hoping that people wind up guessing that way/barely noticing! Because the truth is I'm doing it for me, not them!

    You are so beautiful, inside and out! Thank you for all your kind words! ❤ It is very true- this surgery won't magically make me happy and it is a choice. I'm definitely much better and more accepting of myself than I once was. I am sure one day I'll be there, with time! I wish you all the best, too! 😊
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    Best of luck to you Casey- as you say, you've absolutely no need to feel like you should explain yourself or your decisions to other people. Life is too short to spend it feeling unhappy- you should be proud that you're brave enough to take the bull by the horns and do something about it!

    I honestly wouldn't worry about people noticing/saying something. I know a few people who have had it done- some I suspected, some I just thought had lost some weight/started making different clothing choices- but in no instance was I absolutely sure that they had had surgery until they told me about it!! And I never in a million years would have asked them about it- hopefully the people in your life will have the same social graces. And if they don't- don't waste a second worrying about them! Just remember that no-one will be as familiar with your body shape as you- it might seem like a really obviously noticeable change to you, but you look at (and probably scrutinize!) your body every single day!

    Best of luck to you- and I hope you feel amazing in your wedding dress when the time comes xxx

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  • Martha
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    I will start off by saying that I never had any surgeries (hope it continues that way), but I think those are normal fears that you have. I am sure everything will go smoothly, especially if you did some research on your doctor. My friend had a breast augmentation and only told a few people. She didn’t tell people at work and most of her family doesn’t know either... so just let them wonder! They will get used to it if they suspect something and I doubt most if any, people would ask you about it, that would be pretty rude if they did. Good luck and wishing you a speedy recovery!
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  • Andrea
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    I don't think you should feel pressured or obligated to tell anybody, at work or otherwise, about your augmentation. It's a personal choice and nobody's business but your own. I had a completely elective surgery as well earlier in the year and I didn't tell anyone about it aside from my mom who drove me to and from the office that day.

    Also you'd be surprised what people will and won't notice. My mom had a breast reduction and tummy tuck (from DD's and a stomach that was never flat) and nobody has noticed that her boobs dropped down by a few sizes. To my knowledge, a few people have commented that sh lost some weight but not in the boob area which is significantly smaller than before.

    As far as your fears, those are normal! I had so many fears regarding the anesthesia but I was determined to go through with it. In the end, everything turned out perfectly fine. I fell asleep within seconds of the the IV being put in and woke up in recovery some few hours later. I'm glad you're not letting your fears stop you! Best of luck with your surgery and I hope you are happy with the results!

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    Hi Helen! Thank you so very much!! Your words give me confidence and strength! I wish you also feel amazing on your day, as well (or did if it already came!!) I very much appreciate the supportive words and thoughts!
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    Thank you very much, Martha! Sometimes I worry that I have strange and absurd worries, haha! Worries about worries! Lol.
    Thank you again- I bet you're right! People will just have to mind their own! 😊
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    Thank you so much, Andrea!! Glad to hear your surgery went well and I hope your recovery was swift! ☺
    I bet you're right! People may ask if I've lost weight and nothing else (and I honestly wouldn't mind if that's all they think I've done haha!)
    Glad to hear I'm not alone in my fears! Sometimes I worry I sound crazy! I am feeling much better now with everyone's helpful inputs, perspectives, and stories!
    Thank you again!!
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